August Genii Speak
Beautiful photos; pigs as performers; in thrall to our magic dealers. Welcome to our August issue!
News
Breaking updates, announcements, and developments across the magic industry.
News
Illusion Magic Lounge
An intimate 150-seat Santa Monica magic theatre that offers a fantastic night out—and a special offer for Genii readers!
Almanac
July 26: Max Auzinger
Max Auzinger was born on this day in 1839; he accidentally discovered the principle of Black Art as he was working on a play.
Almanac
July 23: The Arch-Exposer
Angelo Lewis, a British lawyer, was born on this day in 1839. As an amateur conjurer, he wrote in children’s magazines and magic books using the now-famous nom de plume, Professor Hoffmann.
News
July Genii Speak
It’s another jammed month of magic, this time celebrating wonderful and meaningful milestone anniversaries.
News
FISM 2025 Special Offer
FISM delegates! Find out how to get an upgraded 60-day free trial to full, premium access to Genii Magic.
The Eye
Orlando’s Magic Studio
Hey magic fans! There's a summer pop-up magic venue happening in Florida.
The Eye
Houdini, But Make It a Musical
There’s a Houdini musical in the works that stars Broadway veteran Ryan Silverman as the famous escape artist.
Almanac
July 11: Harry Kellar
Harry Kellar was born on this day in 1849. He became America’s greatest magician of his time.
Almanac
July 10: Lance Burton's Tuxedo
On this day in 1982, Lance Burton won the Grand Prix at FISM in Lausanne, Switzerland, the first American and the youngest contestant to win.
Almanac
July 7: Religious Racketeers
Religious Racketeers (later retitled The Mystic Circle Murders), a film featuring Beatrice Houdini in a supporting role, premiered on this day in 1938.
Mailbox
July Mailbox
Another round up: a letter from Mom, readers catching up, and a message from our magic editor.